Antep Cecim Jejim Cicim Kilim

A beautifully adorned antique Kilim with intricate jijim work.
Fine threads in soft pastel tones create delicate jijim patterns across a red flatwoven base.
What makes this piece truly special is its distinctive fringe-like embellishment created from knotted yarn bundles—a rare and wonderfully unique touch.
While kilims are traditionally two-dimensional, this textural decoration adds depth and dimension, creating an unexpectedly charming and playful impression.
The jijim colorwork is exquisite, with precise, meticulous weaving throughout.
This is a two-panel piece (one side) from a much larger original kilim, which explains the vertical stripe pattern running down the left edge.
The orientation in which you display it reveals different character and appeal.
The lightweight, supple weave makes it ideal as a table runner or chest covering, adding sophisticated visual interest to any setting.
A companion piece exists that was originally woven as a separate kilim. Due to their independent creation, the dye colors and overall character differ subtly from one another.
This piece displays a more subdued, harmonious palette with the graceful patina characteristic of authentic antique textiles.